Saturday, 24 July 2010

Untitled poem by Paul Smith

I enjoy the tanka and haiku poetry of Paul Smith at Paper Moon. This form of verse is deceptive; it looks easy to write but is, in fact, very difficult. There is great skill in capturing a moment with a limited number of words:
fineartamerica.com
as if it was
the only flower
that ever bloomed
she stoops to touch
a daisy

If you enjoy this there is a lot more at Paper Moon. You might also enjoy the photographs and words of Joanne Rose.

13 comments:

  1. Thanks for this bazza, it works so well with the photograph. I'm so happy that my words reach out and in some small way colour the world.

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  2. what a wonderful gift to click through and discover Paul's poetry. I'm so happy I did.

    (and thank you so much for the link too... how incredibly kind)

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  3. Paul: If you vist Joanne's site you will see an excellent pairing of photos and words. I'm pleased to be able to help spread the word!(See her comment, next)

    Joanne: You site has become even better in it's new format.
    It was my pleasure to post the link.

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  4. Greetings bazza,
    I have only recently discovered the joys of tanka and haiku poetry.
    Paul Smith, whose site I just checked, is indeed a master of these simple yet elaborate forms of poetry.
    I also consider Joanne Rose's site a visual and verbal delight.
    Well done to the both of them and thank you for bringing these good folks to my attention. I shall link into their sites as a source of personal inspiration.
    Respect, your way, Gary.

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  5. I have to agree....the haiku is striking.

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  6. Lovely poem - those short forms are very challenging. Thanks for the links, I shall investigate further!

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  7. Rob: It's the kind of thing you can read over and again and each time there is a frisson of pleasure.

    Joanne: Yes, I thought it might appeal to you. One is glad to spread the word!

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  8. Sir Tom Eagerly25 July, 2010

    Careful Bazza; using words like 'frisson' we might begin to think you're going all intelectual on us.
    I knew some poems once old boy, you know. In the navy it was - couldn't repeat any of them here though.
    Tally Ho!

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  9. Simple and memorable. I'll check out more of Paul's work.

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  10. Sir Tom: Sorry Sir Tom, I lost sight of my audience there for a moment!

    Kelly: I believe we guys must be getting in touch with our feminine sides sometimes!

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  11. I came over and received a gift of words and beauty. After work, I will check out Paul Smith's work at Paper Moon and view the photographs of Joanne Rose.

    If this beautiful pairing is an example then I am in for a big treat.

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  12. lifeshighway, welcome. Joanne shows her own photos and her own words!
    I have matched this picture with Pauls words. Thanks for looking in, please come back soon!

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